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“Taking school choice to every state,” American Federation for Children CEO Tommy Schultz

The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – American Federation for Children CEO Tommy Schultz explains how a new federal scholarship tax credit could expand school choice nationwide. Beginning in 2027, the policy invites private investment to fund K-12 education, empower families, and reshape education reform, while supporters race to implement it effectively before political windows...

Feb 3, 2026

Why free markets are failing without being free

Cutting Through the Chaos with Wallace Garneau – Markets across the West are said to be failing, but the problem is not excess freedom. It is the absence of it. This episode examines how political and corporate power fuse to distort competition, suppress innovation, and replace real markets with managed systems that reward compliance over competence while eroding accountability...

Feb 2, 202657 min

Defying the odds… America’s 2026 economic forecast

Viewpoint This Sunday with Malcolm Out Loud – Bessent projects a "non-inflationary boom" for the US economy in 2026, driven by Trump-era tax cuts, deregulation, and private-sector momentum. Economist Harry Dent will explain the pros and cons driving the US economy. About the rioting in Minnesota, it’s not an outlier; it is a preview… says Todd Royal. David Wayne discusses the fraud in Minnesota...

Feb 1, 202659 min

Trump takes on the unelected bureaucrats, overlords, tyrants, and dictators in Davos

Unleashed! The Political News Hour with Mayor Deb – Why should anyone listen to these “unelected technocrats, the hedge-fund vampires, the NGO grifters, the media courtesans” adorned in cashmere sweaters and bespoke suits? For far too long, it seems as though the world has been controlled, by way of fear instilled upon humanity, by the power-drunk elite...

Jan 31, 202658 min

After Davos, MSC Group moves to Florida: $300 million a year in economic impact

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – Florida’s economic momentum stands in sharp contrast to states like New York and California, where businesses continue to flee under the weight of high taxes, aggressive regulations, and political hostility toward wealth creation. While those states wrestle with shrinking tax bases and corporate exits, Florida’s economy continues to expand...

Jan 31, 202657 min

How budget delays impact FEMA and emergency preparedness

Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – Congressional budget delays weaken emergency preparedness, threaten FEMA response, and leave communities vulnerable during crises. Political theater replaces stewardship as agencies are held hostage to ideological fights. Economic gains and civic institutions are put at risk while education drifts from free inquiry. The piece calls citizens to vote, serve locally, defend liberty, and restore responsibility in...

Jan 31, 202657 min

Trump’s Davos shockwave: Greenland key to crushing China, & Europe blinked!

On the Record with Christian Briggs – Who wins the coming tariff war—Europe, Latin America, or the U.S.? Are fears of inflation—or even hyperinflation by 2026—legitimate warnings or elite-driven panic? It’s a roadmap to what comes next in the global power struggle—and a wake-up call for anyone still mistaking Trump’s moves for impulsive noise. The next move is already in motion. Don’t blink...

Jan 30, 202657 min

The ‘clarity act’ opens the door for digital slavery. It must be stopped!

America Out Loud PULSE with Dr. Clayton J. Baker – The GENIUS Act was already passed into law on July 18, 2025. Digitization of your cash is imminent. All payment stablecoins now fall under Federal Reserve oversight. The CLARITY ACT is even worse. It digitizes all assets. Food. Fuel. Stocks. Bonds. Retirement accounts. Property. Communist China is the model...

Jan 30, 202658 min

America is hot 4.4% economic growth and Delta’s $1.3 billion profit sharing

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – Trump keeps saying America is “hot” right now, and critics roll their eyes. But when you step back and look at the data, it’s hard to argue with the results. Strong GDP growth. Profitable companies. Workers receiving tangible rewards. That’s not spin—that’s evidence. But pretending America is failing when the economy is expanding faster than expected doesn’t help anyone...

Jan 28, 202657 min

Sanctions punish citizens more than Iran’s ruling elites

The National Security Hour with Col. Mike and Dr. Mike – On Iran, Professor Dorsey noted that Trump’s foreign-policy behavior has been – as it was in Venezuela – on-again (ready for war) and off -again (marking time until war). Professor Dorsey said this is a very dangerous way to treat the Iranian government. That government is fully aware of the force the US can bring to bear on the...

Jan 27, 202657 min

Let’s not follow California into energy poverty

The Other Side of the Story with Tom Harris and Todd Royal – California families face soaring electricity costs as millions struggle to pay energy bills. Jason Isaac explains how policy choices prioritize symbolism over reliability, driving energy poverty. He also examines renewed U.S. involvement in Venezuela’s oil sector and how global energy shifts create consequences, risks, and opportunities for American consumers today...

Jan 26, 202657 min

The Beijing Declaration reads like a playbook for de-Americanization

Dr. Li-Meng Yan w/ The Voice of Dr. Yan – China’s economic footprint is already massive. Chinese companies dominate solar inverter manufacturing and ship hardware across the globe. Independent technical reviews found undocumented communication modules inside some inverters and batteries. Those are not benign faults. They are potential backdoors that can be activated remotely to disrupt...

Jan 25, 202657 min

The myths, costs, and consequences of industrial wind power

Geopower, Energy Realpolitik with Todd Royal – Wind power is promoted as clean, reliable, and affordable, yet evidence tells a different story. Intermittency weakens electric grids, environmental damage is widespread, costs continue to rise, and offshore wind projects face mounting failures. This episode examines the technical, ecological, and economic realities behind industrial wind energy and questions its role in a sustainable future...

Jan 24, 2026

Food is expensive for a reason few people understand

The Tenpenny Files – Food feels expensive and farming feels impossible for most families. Joel Salatin explains why those assumptions persist and how they are often wrong. This conversation reveals how farms survive without subsidies, why debt destroys resilience, where real profit lives, and how food, land, and responsibility are deeply connected...

Jan 23, 202657 min

America is bleeding at the chokepoints

The National Security Hour with Brandon Weichert – America bleeds power not through invasion, but through strategic incompetence. Control of global chokepoints still decides trade, war, and influence, yet Washington turns quiet leverage into public theater. As allies grow uneasy and rivals advance patiently, geography exposes a deeper rot: an empire that outsourced strength, mistreats partners, and mistakes noise for power...

Jan 22, 202657 min

The impact of migration reduction on border communities

Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – Policy changes reshape border communities as migration drops sharply, bringing relief and new challenges. Enforcement delivers fast results while global pressure shifts security and economic realities at home. Yet political risks grow as images spread and protests rise. The message calls for restraint, accountability, clear storytelling, and perseverance to protect families and strengthen the republic...

Jan 22, 202657 min

Trump shows WEF how deals are made through ‘The Art of the Deal’

After Dark with Hosts Rob & Andrew – Donald Trump reignites global debate by reviving his push for Greenland, pressuring NATO allies while showcasing his deal-making style on the world stage. As Europe backs down, Canada pivots toward deeper economic ties with China. The moves reveal shifting alliances, hard-nosed diplomacy, and a changing balance of power in international politics....

Jan 22, 2026

Canada’s alignment with China challenges U.S. alliances

Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – America stands at a pivotal moment as alliances shift and new global power centers emerge. Canada’s growing alignment with China raises urgent questions about trade, security, and the Arctic’s future. At home, political division weakens national resolve. The path forward demands clarity, renewed civic trust, and the courage to defend enduring principles...

Jan 20, 202657 min

Is America spiraling toward self-destruction?

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Many Americans sense the nation is unraveling as leaders bypass the law, courts overreach, debt explodes, and trust in institutions erodes. From unchecked executive power to flawed artificial intelligence, the country drifts toward chaos unless citizens reclaim responsibility, courage, and the will to live free again...

Jan 18, 202657 min

Creating jobs through innovation and entrepreneurship

Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – America stands at a crossroads as families seek safety, opportunity, and a future rooted in faith and freedom. Innovation, entrepreneurship, and responsible technology drive job creation while strong borders, accountable courts, and parental choice in education restore trust. Real leadership returns power to communities and puts the common good ahead of political noise...

Jan 16, 202658 min

California’s $1 trillion wealth tax disaster and why New York is next

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – California’s aggressive wealth tax accelerates capital flight, job losses, and economic instability as investors and businesses leave the state. New York follows a similar path, promising expanded public benefits while shrinking its tax base. As high earners exit, financial pressure shifts to the middle class through higher costs, reduced services, and long-term fiscal strain...

Jan 16, 202657 min

Inside the Ohio prison where inmates build every ODOT snow plow truck

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – I step inside an Ohio prison where incarcerated workers build every ODOT snow plow truck. What I find is not busywork, but skilled manufacturing, responsibility, and dignity. Through Ohio Penal Industries, men gain certifications, real wages, and pride while producing lifesaving equipment. The work reduces recidivism, strengthens public safety, and proves purpose can exist even behind...

Jan 10, 202658 min

Trump playing multi-dimensional chess could save the US dollar

On the Record with Christian Briggs – Venezuela wasn’t about oil alone. It was about cutting off China’s supply lines, reclaiming a chokehold on strategic commodities, and slowing the BRICS’ economic war machine. Christian reveals how Iran, Cuba, Greenland, and even space are now battlegrounds in the fight to prevent a dystopian future of central bank digital control, surveillance...

Jan 9, 202657 min

Rebuilding healthcare to put patients first

The Breggin Hour with Dr. Peter & Ginger Breggin – Healthcare in the United States increasingly places power in the hands of institutions rather than patients. This piece examines long-standing policy failures, rising prescription costs, and emerging reforms aimed at restoring medical freedom. By reducing middlemen, expanding consumer choice, and strengthening patient control, meaningful healthcare reform begins to take shape...

Jan 5, 202658 min

Global hotspots vs America First

Viewpoint This Sunday with Malcolm Out Loud – The US strikes Venezuela and says Maduro has been captured and flown out of the country. On the other side of the world, protests are growing in Iran. Trump says if Iran "kills peaceful protesters," the U.S. will "come to their rescue.” Nate Cain, F. Andrew Wolf, Jr., Ed Haugland, and IQ al-Rassooli, in a round-table discussion.

Jan 4, 202659 min

US jobs and growth data defy pessimism heading into new year

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – Adding to the economic tailwinds are sizable tax refunds reaching American households. While often dismissed as routine, refunds play a significant role in consumer behavior. Many families use them to pay down debt, invest, or make long-delayed purchases. Others channel that money into savings or entrepreneurial ventures. This infusion of cash...

Jan 3, 202657 min

After Dark’s top stories of 2025, a year-end review

After Dark with Hosts Rob & Andrew – After Dark highlights 2025 as a year of sweeping change under President Trump’s return, marked by rapid executive action, border enforcement, economic revival, global conflict de-escalation, government reform, and cultural milestones. Supporters see decisive leadership restoring American strength, prosperity, and confidence at home and abroad while setting the stage for an even stronger 2026...

Jan 3, 202657 min

Americans could receive ‘massive checks’ in the largest tax refund cycle

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – Americans may be on the brink of the largest tax refund season in history as sweeping tax changes promise massive checks for millions of households. With refunds potentially reaching unprecedented levels, families face a pivotal moment to rethink spending, saving, and investing as new opportunities emerge in personal finance and long-term wealth building...

Jan 3, 202658 min

BRICS vs USD: Is the US about to lose control of the global financial system?

On the Record with Christian Briggs – The U.S. fell asleep at the wheel, distracted by political infighting, cultural rot, and trillion-dollar wars, while China and its BRICS partners quietly bought up the world’s resources, rare earth minerals, and trade routes. The dollar is being systematically debased while gold surges to all-time highs, and America’s only line of defense may be Trump’s hardline...

Jan 2, 202657 min

Food and gas prices are down this holiday season thanks to Trump

After Dark with Hosts Rob & Andrew – Food and gas prices drop this holiday season as the U.S. economy heads toward 2026 under President Donald Trump’s leadership. Lower fuel costs, cheaper grocery staples, rising tax refunds, and record tariff revenue signal growing affordability for American families and continued economic momentum nationwide during a time of increased travel and consumer spending...

Dec 28, 202557 min

Preserving liberty requires active civic engagement now

Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – Liberty depends on citizens who stay engaged where power is closest. Rising energy and housing costs reveal how fragile freedom becomes when decisions drift away from local control. History, constitutional limits, and personal responsibility matter now. A republic endures only when people vote, serve, and protect faith, family, and community...

Dec 23, 202558 min

Farmer Trump

The Prism of America’s Education with Host Karen Schoen – It takes a tree about 5 years to bear fruit. President Trump put all of this in place in a year. Amazing! Don't think the prices will be lower immediately. There is no magic wand to make that happen. But he can, and did, put more money in the hands of hard-working Americans, so they will be able to afford the things they need by lowering and...

Dec 22, 202557 min

The unfolding war over America’s economic soul gets serious

On the Record with Christian Briggs – What do tariffs, Communist China, and central bank digital currencies have in common? They’re all part of the rapidly unfolding war over America’s economic soul. This isn’t just about tariffs or trade; it’s about whether the U.S. survives as a free-market nation or slides into centralized financial control. The trio dives headfirst into...

Dec 19, 202557 min

McDonald’s CEO pushes back on entitlement culture with blunt career advice

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – At the end of the day, Kempczinski argued, your career is your responsibility and yours alone. Kempczinski’s advice landed almost simultaneously with comments from actress Amanda Seyfried, who described socialism as a “gorgeous idea” and acknowledged that socialism doesn’t work perfectly, but framed it as a system rooted in collective care...

Dec 18, 202558 min

Portland’s Doom Loop: The experiment that broke a state, and could break yours next

The Tenpenny Files – Portland stands as a stark warning to the nation. Journalist Dennis Kneale exposes how political extremism, failing public safety, mass business flight, and unchecked one-party rule drive Oregon into a destructive doom loop. On-the-ground reporting reveals collapsing cities, fleeing talent, ignored data, and a blueprint showing how urban decline begins and spreads nationwide...

Dec 17, 202557 min

Quiet millionaires: The untold story of America’s new wealth builders

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – If you listen to major news outlets or politicians long enough, you’d think the American Dream is either dead or reserved for the corrupt elite. The economy, we are told, is always one inch away from ruin. The stock market, they say, is always about to collapse. The rich, they insist, are immoral hoarders draining society. But the data tells a...

Dec 13, 202557 min

Why affordability should be leadership’s yardstick

Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – Rising prices shape how families judge leadership, not political slogans or charts. Real policy choices affect paychecks, gas, and groceries right now. Misinformation erodes trust while real threats go unresolved. Leadership is measured by truth, accountability, and results that improve daily life, strengthen civic trust, and demand action over outrage...

Dec 12, 202557 min

‘Phones ringing off the hook,’ Why private donors are powering the Trump Accounts

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – What makes the Trump Accounts especially compelling is the possibility that a huge portion of the initiative could be privately funded. The Dells’ unprecedented gift hints at a shift in America’s philanthropic culture—one in which wealthy families don’t simply write checks to existing institutions but directly invest in the economic future of every American child...

Dec 12, 202557 min

The war on farmers: How global power brokers are dismantling your food supply

The Tenpenny Files – Farmers across America face growing pressure as global power brokers reshape the food supply. John Klar and Dr. Sherri Tenpenny uncover how policies, corporate influence, and environmental mandates converge to threaten soil, livestock, and community resilience. Their urgent conversation reveals what is at stake and what people can do now to protect local food security...

Dec 11, 202557 min

Farm relief, tariffs, and the fate of small farms

Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – Small family farms struggle as tariffs, rising costs, and unstable markets squeeze rural America. Relief funds offer temporary survival but expose deeper failures in policy and priorities. Government waste, foreign influence, and unchecked technology threaten independence and freedom. Protecting farmers, taxpayers, and personal liberty requires clear choices, accountability, and courage now...

Dec 10, 202557 min

America rallies for 88-year-old veteran after viral video sparks $1.7M donations

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – An 88-year-old Army veteran’s quiet resilience captures national attention after a chance encounter goes viral and sparks an outpouring of generosity. His story reveals the hidden struggles of many elderly Americans and reminds us that compassion, when acted upon, has the power to change lives and bring a divided nation together...

Dec 10, 202557 min

Goodbye property taxes? Why six states are pushing for property tax elimination

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – At least six states are now formally discussing the abolition of property taxes, signaling a broader shift in how states approach funding schools, public safety departments, and local infrastructure. Critics argue that the logistics are complex. Supporters counter that for too long, homeowners have been forced into an unfair system where taxes never end, and...

Dec 9, 202557 min

Leadership after Pearl Harbor: Duty over drama

Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – Pearl Harbor reminds us that leadership means sacrifice, not spectacle. The piece contrasts historic integrity with modern political theater, confronting healthcare pricing, border enforcement, courts, education battles, and economic strain. It calls citizens to lead locally, demand accountability, and choose duty over drama, grounding civic action in faith, family, and country while urging...

Dec 9, 202558 min

The Economy, the Midterms, and ObamaCare anxiety rising among GOP

Viewpoint This Sunday with Malcolm Out Loud – With controversy building over attacking drug boats, has Hegseth become the real target? The Economy, the Midterms, and ObamaCare anxiety rising among House GOP. Senator Ron Johnson is here on the top stories. Russian victory over Ukraine... questions Todd Royal, and Dean Bowen explains that the Radical Left is still in the fight...

Dec 7, 202558 min

Working hard to take your money

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – I work hard for my money, yet government agencies and politicians seem to work even harder to take it. From unconstitutional ID requirements to abusive benefit programs and deceptive tax schemes, both parties fuel reckless spending while ignoring their oath to the Constitution and the financial burden placed on everyday Americans...

Dec 7, 202557 min

From seed money to wealth: The impact of the Dells’ $6.25B Trump account donation

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – Michael and Susan Dell pledge $6.25 billion to fund Trump Accounts for millions of American children, turning modest seed money into powerful long-term opportunities. The gift opens access to investment-backed savings, challenges stereotypes about wealth, and offers families a pathway to education, stability, and generational prosperity through thoughtful, future-focused giving...

Dec 5, 2025

AI takeover 100 million jobs! Musk, Bezos, Thiel, Zuckerberg shape the future!?

On the Record with Christian Briggs – AI and robotics are displacing human labor at scale—fulfillment centers, autonomous fleets, fast-food prep, customer support, legal and clinical work. But job loss is only half the story. Trillions are flowing into infrastructure designed to digitize everything: your money, your assets, your access. Europe is capping cash. Smart contracts are tokenizing...

Dec 4, 202557 min

What Tennessee’s special election really revealed

Truth Be Told with Booker Scott – A Tennessee special election exposes deeper shifts beneath a narrow victory. Holding a seat does not equal holding trust. Voters feel economic strain despite political claims, and messaging alone cannot replace turnout, integrity, and local engagement. Real leadership demands accountability at home, clarity abroad, and citizens willing to protect elections through action, not slogans...

Dec 4, 202557 min

Elon Musk says jobs will be optional in 10-20 years. Is he right?

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – The catalyst for this discussion is Elon Musk's recent claim: within the next 10 to 20 years, advancements in artificial intelligence will render many human jobs obsolete, making work fundamentally optional for Americans. This prediction forces a critical, immediate question upon our capitalist society: if AI and robotics take over the bulk of wealth generation...

Dec 2, 202557 min